Wiring Designer 3 - Energy & Industrial

Sargent & Lundy; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 63,480 - 99,080; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Paid Vacation

Flexible Work Arrangements

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

An engineering firm specializing in power generation is seeking an experienced individual to design and modify electrical systems for power plants. This role includes producing wiring diagrams, collaborating in project teams, and integrating vendor designs. Requires 8+ years of experience in wiring design and proficiency with BRCM, Microstation, or AutoCAD. The position offers a hybrid work schedule and a range of comprehensive employee benefits, including competitive compensation and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of detailed wiring design experience in electrical power systems.
• Ability to produce wiring diagrams and assist engineers in design.
• Experience with medium voltage and 480V systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and modify power plant electrical systems in project teams.
• Produce electrical wiring drawings and integrate vendor designs.
• Travel to client facilities for field walkdowns and data gathering.

Skills

Wiring design experience

Using BRCM software

Microstation design

AutoCAD design

Communication with engineering teams

Education

Associate's Degree in drafting

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

BRCM (Bentley Raceway & Cable Management)

Microstation

AutoCAD

Job description

Description

This position allows for a hybrid work schedule with a mix of work spent in office and working remote from home.

• This position will offer you the opportunity to work in a project team environment in the design, modification, and/or upgrade of new and existing power plant electrical systems
• Under the direction of the Electrical Project Lead, you will work with multi-disciplined engineering and design project teams in the development of the following:
  • Single-line diagrams
  • Relay and metering diagrams
  • AC and DC schematic diagrams
  • Synchronizing diagrams
  • Point to point wiring diagrams
  • Cable schedules
• You will produce electrical wiring drawings, and review and incorporate vendor drawings into the overall project design.
• You will help update/produce some physical design drawings based on field walkdowns.
• There will be frequent trips to accompany and assist in field walkdowns and data gathering at client facilities in Wyoming and Colorado.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience:

• An Associate's Degree in drafting, or a high school diploma and equivalent technical design experience.
• Experience using BRCM (Bentley Raceway & Cable Management) software.
• 8 or more years of detailed wiring design experience in the development of single-line, and relay and metering diagrams, including medium voltage and 480V systems.
• Familiarity with digital control systems.
• The ability to perform the following:
  • Produce wiring diagrams and schematics for installers and electricians.
  • Assist engineers with initial design requirements.
  • Conceptualize plans and details to accurately convey wiring termination requirements.
• Extensive Microstation and/or AutoCAD design experience on power plants or large facility projects.
• A thorough understanding of drafting and design practices and theories.
• The ability to interface and communicate with engineering and design teams of other disciplines in the power plant design process.

Valued but not required experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related degree

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-Life Balance

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA

• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$63,480.00 - $99,080.00

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

About This Business Unit

The Energy & Industrial Group (EIG) specializes in delivering advanced engineering solutions across various sectors, including power generation, environmental compliance, oil & gas, and industrial projects, from new plant design to plant betterment and upgrade services for operating facilities. We have designed nearly 900 conventional power plants, yielding over 100,000 megawatts (MW) of generation capacity. Our expertise includes numerous recent and ongoing combined cycle projects that leverage the latest advanced machinery, including combustion turbines, steam turbines, and heat recovery steam generators from all leading suppliers. EIG is recognized for its commitment to decarbonization through innovative technologies in renewable energy, carbon capture, and hydrogen power. We excel in detailed engineering services for photovoltaic (PV) solar projects and energy storage integration, and lead the industry in carbon capture technologies, managing projects from conceptual studies, pilot demonstrations and through commercial scale implementation for utilities and industrial plants.

Awards & Recognition

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.